Breaking news on Common Man & Timmy as the Columbus Blue Jackets fire head coach Dean Evason following another disappointing stretch. Former Blue Jackets TV and radio play-by-play voice Jeff Rimer joins the show for a special Monday appearance to break it all down.
Rimer explains why the move wasn’t a surprise, what went wrong after last season’s promising finish, and why he’s optimistic about Rick Bownas taking over behind the bench. The conversation dives into underperforming young players, third-period struggles, locker room dynamics, and whether a new voice can spark a turnaround with a critical homestand ahead.
Plus, Rimer shares insight on Kent Johnson’s role, the importance of structure and positivity, and even drops news of his upcoming return to the TV booth during the Blue Jackets’ 25th anniversary season.
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When the scheme doesn't fit the personel available, messes like this happen. It's up to leadership to actually earn their pay, turn the ship around, and actually win.
Should have done this before trading chinakov
What about the goaltending? The coaching carousel has become a joke.